GENERIC NAME: WORMWOOD (Artemisia absinthium) - ORAL

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: Wormwood (leaves and flowering part) has been used for stomach problems (e.g., heartburn) and loss of appetite. Wormwood has also been used for certain types of stomach infection (e.g., parasitic infection). Some herbal/diet supplement products have been found to contain possibly harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more details regarding the particular brand you use. The FDA has not reviewed this product for safety or effectiveness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

HOW TO USE: Take this product by mouth as directed. Follow all directions on the product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Because of the potential for serious side effects, do not take more than the recommended amount of this product and do not use this product for prolonged periods of time. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information. If you think you may have a stomach infection (e.g., parasitic infection), contact your doctor immediately. Your condition may require medical treatment or prescription medication. If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.

SIDE EFFECTS: Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these very unlikely but serious side effects that may occur with large doses: stomach pain, mental/mood changes, trouble sleeping, tremors, change in the amount of urine, seizures, numbness, unusual thirst. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using this product: stomach problems (e.g., ulcers). Liquid preparations of this product may contain sugar and/or alcohol. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, alcohol dependence or liver disease. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safe use of this product. Wormwood is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for more details. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this product is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.